Social Services Trainee - Help Families Access Benefits

Rend Lake College; Illinois; On-site; USD 56,464 - 77,352; Full time

Job summary

Rend Lake College seeks detail-oriented Social Services Career Trainees for on-the-job training assisting customers with public assistance through DHS programs. Candidates will learn to manage caseloads, determine TANF eligibility, and maintain records.

This position requires a completion of four years of college, preferably with social science courses. The role is full-time, covering various locations across Illinois with a monthly salary between $4,747 and $6,446.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of public assistance programs
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Ability to manage caseloads and maintain accurate records

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with public assistance through DHS programs
• Develop skills to manage clients' caseloads
• Inform clients about program changes and encourage participation
• Determine TANF eligibility and handle earned income cases
• Assess client needs for referrals and maintain accurate records

Education

Completion of four (4) years of college, preferably with courses in social science or a related field of the social sciences

Job description

Rend Lake College seeks detail-oriented Social Services Career Trainees for on-the-job training assisting customers with public assistance through DHS programs. Candidates will learn to manage caseloads, determine TANF eligibility, and maintain records.

This position requires a completion of four years of college, preferably with social science courses. The role is full-time, covering various locations across Illinois with a monthly salary between $4,747 and $6,446.